The term managed VPS is usually defined by the person using the term. The definition varies and is difficult to pin down, since each provider has his own understanding of what managed VPS Hosting means. Commonly, managed VPS is only available by way of a web based control panel. In other words, your provider gives support through the control panel if you have difficulties with your set up.

All custom applications used in your virtual private server are your responsibility. That is okay if your system administrator is on top of things. However, it can mean trouble for those who lack admin/system skills for handling developing situations. This is one of the disadvantages of using a virtual private server. A VPS is actually a partition in a shared dedicated server that functions independently from the other partitions in the dedicated server. It is a cheap way of having a dedicated server to run your business.

The managed VPS runs on its own operating system, has its own applications, software, security configurations and is not at risk from the other users sharing the dedicated server on the other side of the various partitions. Managed VPS delivers  more control than a shared server. But with more control comes more responsibility.  That’s why it is important to shop around before signing on with a web provider’s managed VPS system. You should understand exactly what it is that the provider is responsible for as well as what you as the client are in charge of.

Many providers are also willing to provide IT help to all of their managed VPS clients. But for a cost, however. So it is paramount to decide just how much money you want to spend for the services or whether you want to shop around for a managed VPS system that is within your budget yet handles all that your business needs in order to present the web presence that your business wants to project. Assess your present days needs as well as your future needs before determining what you need in managed VPS. You will be glad you took the time before rather than waited until trouble presents itself.